The House of Toys by Henry Russell Miller
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"The House of Toys" by Henry Russell Miller is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around David Quentin, a young architect struggling to balance his aspirations with the realities of financial limitations, particularly as he navigates his relationship with his fiancée, Shirley Lord. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and the harsh truths of adult life, often using metaphorical characters like a witch to symbolize the
adversities that David must overcome. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to David, a likable and talented architect who has recently won a small prize but faces mounting financial troubles. After meeting Shirley, he embarks on a hopeful yet tumultuous journey toward love and professional success. As David's dedication to his work conflicts with the pressures of love, including the desire to provide for Shirley and their future family, the opening sets up a narrative filled with romantic idealism, the harshness of reality, and the struggle to fulfill one’s potential amidst adversity. The characters’ interactions underscore the complexities of their emotions, setting the stage for the ensuing drama that unfolds in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Miller, Henry Russell, 1880-1955 |
|---|---|
| Title | The House of Toys |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24603 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24603-1 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2008 |
| Last Update | Feb 14, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 317 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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